Environmental & Employee Safety Specialist

Position Title: Environmental & Employee Safety Specialist
Location: Platte City, MO

WHO WE ARE

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots dating back to 1954.

Our mission is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that mission every day by investing in our people, delivering quality products and services, and maintaining a workplace where safety is a shared responsibility.

We are looking for an Environmental & Employee Safety Specialist who takes a hands-on approach to protecting employees, strengthening environmental practices, and helping our growing operations work safely and efficiently.

JOB SUMMARY

The Environmental & Employee Safety Specialist supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs at our Platte City operations, including the Generator Manufacturing Division.

This position partners with employees, supervisors, Human Resources, and leadership to identify hazards, reduce risk, investigate incidents, and support compliance with applicable environmental and workplace safety requirements. The specialist maintains a visible presence throughout the facility, delivers practical training, and follows corrective actions through completion.

The ideal candidate is approachable, observant, and confident addressing unsafe conditions. Success requires sound judgment, strong follow-through, and the ability to build relationships while holding a consistent standard for safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Workplace Safety & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programs in coordination with the Corporate Audit & Safety Manager.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, safety audits, job hazard analyses, and risk assessments to identify unsafe conditions and work practices.
• Partner with supervisors to establish corrective actions, assign accountability, and verify timely completion.
• Support compliance with applicable OSHA requirements and company safety standards.
• Support programs addressing hazard communication, personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, electrical safety, welding and hot work, material handling, and powered industrial trucks, as applicable.
• Monitor changes in relevant regulations and industry practices and recommend updates to company programs.
• Provide practical guidance to employees and management, promptly escalating serious hazards and unresolved concerns.

Environmental Programs

• Support compliance with applicable EPA, state, and local environmental requirements.
• Monitor practices involving chemical storage, labeling, waste handling, disposal, and spill prevention.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets and support employee access to chemical hazard information.
• Assist with applicable environmental inspections, records, permits, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with operations and approved service providers to address environmental concerns and support responsible material and waste management.

Incident Reporting & Prevention

• Respond to workplace incidents and near misses, coordinate appropriate notifications, and support timely investigation.
• Identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions that reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
• Report workplace injuries to the insurance carrier and document incidents in Paycom according to company procedures.
• Partner with Human Resources and the insurance carrier on workers’ compensation documentation and follow-up.
• Maintain incident records and support required injury and illness recordkeeping and reporting.
• Track safety trends, recurring hazards, and corrective actions; communicate findings and improvement opportunities to leadership.
• Handle employee and incident information with discretion and confidentiality.

Training, Communication & Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate and deliver new-hire safety orientation, refresher training, toolbox talks, and role-specific safety instruction.
• Maintain accurate training records, certifications, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Support emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, spill response readiness, and scheduled drills.
• Build employee engagement by encouraging hazard reporting, recognizing safe practices, and reinforcing individual accountability.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, Maintenance, and leadership to integrate safety into daily work and operational changes.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, insurance representatives, safety organizations, and external providers as directed.

WHY JOIN CENTRAL POWER?

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Training & Professional Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• A collaborative workplace where your work directly supports employee safety and operational success